Akil Thomas has been traded by the LA Kings to the St. Louis Blues in exchange for center Nikita Alexandrov.
In this video, we break down what this trade means for both organizations, how Thomas went from a promising NHL debut to being a healthy scratch, and why a fresh start in the Blues system could be exactly what he needs.
We’ll cover:
– Why the Kings moved on from Akil Thomas after limited NHL usage and a stint on waivers
– How Thomas performed with AHL Ontario and why he was slotted as 1C before the deal
– What the Blues are getting in a former World Junior hero and OHL standout
– A look at Nikita Alexandrov’s AHL and NHL production and how he fits into the Kings’ center depth
– How this swap of former second‑round picks could impact both teams’ forward depth charts this season
If you follow the LA Kings, St. Louis Blues, the AHL Ontario Reign, or the Springfield Thunderbirds, this is a trade you’ll want to understand in detail.
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